Identify and treat the underlying cause with a healthcare professional
Stop iron supplements unless specifically prescribed
Avoid multivitamins containing iron
Limit iron-fortified foods
Reduce red meat and organ meat intake
Avoid vitamin C supplements with iron-rich meals
Limit alcohol intake
Manage metabolic syndrome, obesity, diabetes, and fatty liver if present
Treat chronic infections or inflammatory conditions if present
Donate blood if eligible and approved by a clinician
Undergo therapeutic phlebotomy if prescribed
Consider iron chelation only if prescribed for specific conditions
Monitor ferritin and iron studies regularly
Follow a low-iron diet only under medical guidance
Avoid cooking with cast iron if advised by a clinician